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Polemics (pronounced /pɵˈlɛmɪks/) is the practice of disputing or
controverting significant, broad-reaching topics of magnitude such
as religious, philosophical, political, or scientific matters. As
such, a polemic text on a topic is often written specifically to
dispute or refute a position or theory that is widely viewed to be
beyond reproach.

The word is derived from the Greek word polemikos
(πολεμικος), which means "warlike," "hostile".[4]Plato uses a character named Polemarchus in his
dialogue Republic as a vehicle to drive
forward an ethical debate.